How long can I use this filter before it has to be replaced?
30267
I love my Winix and have owned it going on 4 years. The manufacturer recommends replacing the filter every year. I get away with using mine for 2 years instead without any problems.
30268
I am at least as confused as you are. The absence of any product support is very frustrating, I bought two units last year and vacuum at least twice a month. The units supposedly have a "change filter" sensor, but who knows? I have found that Amazon products seem attractive on price, but at the cost of little if any product support.
1918300
The filter lasts for at least 6 months. If you don't use it much then it can last more than 6 months.
2127922
According to their website, filters should be replaced every 6 months. We've been using ours since 9/2012 and haven't replaced the filter yet. The water is still tasting good. Your water usage would effect how often the filter needs replacing.
803283
I just purchased this item so don't know how long it will last. The instruction manual states the filter should last 6 to 9 months. I would guess that depends on usage. I use mine about 2 to 3 times a week and for a short period of time.
875567
Craig, It is difficult to put a number on how many gallons of water a filter will sufficiently filter before needing to be replaced. Even among city water systems there are varying amounts and types of chemicals that need to be filtered out. We say that it will last a typical camping season or three months of normal use before needing to be replaced. However the key is to keep an eye on the flow rate and taste. Once the flow begins to slow down or you notice a chemical taste in the water that wasn't there previously then you know it is time to replace the filter.
2041929
Sorry, I cannot help you. I have never had to replace a filter at all. I wash mine, let them dry and then put them back in the unit and turn it on.
1544113
The manufacture recommends replacing the filter every 6 months period. Personally, I replace the filter every 3 to 4 months. For your information, most water filter manufacturers including 3M recommends replacing filter every 3 months.
823846
It should not be necessary to replace the filter. It will need to be shaken out or vacumed once a month. It is also OK to rinse the filters however let them dry for at least 24 hours. I have owned this products for several years and never had to replace the filters.
1940086
We recommend changing the filter every 6 to 8 months. However, the filter life will depend upon the environment in which it is used.
487325
The directions for the platinum model say the filter should be changed every two to four weeks. It also says you can thoroughly rinse the filter and put it back in. I've had no problems with doing that.
159223
I change mine every 6 to 9 months. It greatly depends on how wet the conditions are, and how good the inside filter does. All depends on how bad the system enviroment is.
2170248
According to the owner's manual, the filter does not need to be replaced; it is reusable. The filter can be cleaned with warm water, but if it has a thick layer of lint/dust/whatever, I would suggest gently scraping that off with a toothbrush or something similar before cleaning it with water.
506246
Really clean the filter or replace it. We need to clean the filter at least every two weeks of use.
1656395
I assume your asking if the filter needed to be replaced and the answer is no. That said, after several weeks of continuous operation there was more dust on the outside of the unit than the filter. I wouldn't recommend this unit to anyone.
793116
I would say it depends on the conditions at your home. We live up in the mountains where it is very dusty, so we check it at least once a month. We'll change it based on the amount of dust on the filter paper. We can generally go a couple of months before having to change it out.
194024
I would think changing it would not be an issue for quite a while. I only use it once per month. The current filter should stay good for a long time at that usage rate. When the time comes, I will rinse the filter and put back in for as long as I can.
369067
I have only used it for about 6 weeks. Every other week I took out the filter and put it in a diluted vinegar solution over night. I hope that the filter will be cleaned and lasts a little longer.